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James Ward Oil Painting "The Smuggler's Cove"
By James Ward
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian (19th Cent) oil painting in a gilt frame entitled "The Smuggler's Cove" by James
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oil Painting by Vernon Ward "The Gingerbread Seller"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Vernon Ward "The Gingerbread Seller" Vernon de Beauvoir Ward 1905-1985 was a
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Henry Ward Ranger Connecticut Landscape Oil Painting 1858–1916 American Tonalist
By Henry Ward Ranger
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Henry Ward Ranger
Connecticut Landscape
oil/panel 12 x 16 image size 21 3/8 x 25 3/8 x 2 3/4
Category
20th Century Tonalist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 21.38 in W 25.38 in D 3 in
James ward landscape oil Bringing in the Catch
By James Ward
Located in York, GB
James ward landscape oil Bringing in the Catch
A charming scene of a family "bringing in the catch
Category
19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 34.26 in W 40.95 in D 2.37 in
Oil Painting By Vernon de Beauvoir Ward “Sparrow and Spring Blossom"
Located in Mere, GB
“Sparrow and Spring Blossom"” By Vernon de Beauvoir Ward. Vernon de Beauvoir Ward 1905-1985 was a
Category
20th Century Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Harold Ward 1889 - 1973 "Bygone Days"
Located in San Francisco, CA
Harold Ward 1889 - 1973 "Bygone Days"
Oil on canvas mounted to wood panel
22 x 29 unframed, 28.5
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lisboa, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
. :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Charpennes, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
Paintings can present themselves at any time and when one comes in to view, the same way Charpennes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pont Wilson, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
Mediterranean grotto. The blue alone was reason enough for me to paint this scene. Oil on board. :: Painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original Oil on Board. Vernon de Beauvoir Ward, "The Beauty of the Garden"
Located in Mere, GB
Vernon de Beauvoir Ward, 1905 - 1985.
Painter and illustrator of domestic and historical genre
Category
Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Forgoing an aisle seat, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
. :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mare and Foal in a Stable Interior, James Ward RA (1769 - 1859)
By James Ward
Located in London, GB
James Ward, an 18th-century English artist, captures a serene and intimate scene in his oil
Category
18th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Walk from Gétigné, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
two mesh together each emphasising the strength of the other. :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
april swale, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A bright colorful view painted in magical realism of a seasonal wetland :: Painting :: Modern
Category
2010s Modern Paintings
Materials
Oil
There's Chartreuse in the Freezer, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
afternoon, as the mountains finally proved they were there by poking through the low lying cloud, is oil on
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 8.2 in W 11.8 in D 0.5 in
Hailey Idaho Spring, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
a bright colorful modern waterscape :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dick Ward after Géza Vastagh (1866-1919) - 2014 Oil, Repose
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful oil painting after the 1899 original by the artist Géza Vastagh, entitled 'Repose
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Village Scene Figures & Animals - British Old Master exh pastoral oil painting
By James Ward
Located in London, GB
superb British Old Master oil painting with excellent provenance and is a fantastic example of Ward
Category
1810s Old Masters Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
leaving idaho EAST 80, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A QUIET MOODY IMAGE OF A BROODING SKY :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ten Minute Rest, 20th Century Signed Nude Oil Painting
Located in London, GB
Oil on board, signed & dated lower right
Image size: 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 cm)
Handmade frame
Category
Mid-20th Century Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Oil Painting of Mountain and Forest Landscape by 20th Century Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Oil Painting of Mountain and Forest Landscape by 20th Century Artist, W Ward
Art measures 20 x 16
Category
20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 20 in W 24 in D 2 in
still waters, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
a serene view of grasses and nearly still water in a Louisiana swampland :: Painting
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Stony Cove and Headland, " Henry Ward Ranger, Coastal Landscape, Seascape
By Henry Ward Ranger
Located in New York, NY
Henry Ward Ranger (1858 - 1915)
Stony Cove and Headland, 1910
Oil on canvas
28 x 36 inches
Signed
Category
1910s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Victorian Seascape Marine Oil Painting of Peel Castle, Isle of Man with Boats
Located in ludlow, GB
Victorian Seascape Marine Oil Painting of Peel Castle on the Isle of Man. A lovely seascape with
Category
19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lovely American Post Impressionist Oil Painting - A Young Girl Pouring Tea, 1956
Located in Baltimore, MD
painting alone measures 22” x 28” and is signed very discreetly in the lower right “Margaret Ward”. The
Category
1950s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fine Victorian 1870’s English Oil Painting Lady Walking on Country Path framed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
'A Lady on a Country Path'
C. Ward (19th-20th Century) British
signed oil painting on canvas
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Ward House Turret
By Marion Buricatu
Located in Boston, MA
techniques of collage and decoupage with oil painting. Here, I created an abstract background from cut and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique American Impressionist Fall in Maine Nicely Framed Landscape Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist landscape oil painting by Arthur E. Ward (1863 - 1928). OIl on
Category
1910s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mr Ward on Quicksilver, the hunt beyond
By Richard Barrett Davis
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
Richard Barrett Davis (1782-1854)
Mr Ward on Quicksilver
Oil on canvas
Canvas Size - 25 x 30 in
Category
19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sally Ward Greets Soldiers Returning to Louisville
By Alice Barber Stephens
Located in Fort Washington, PA
, published March 1901, page 11.
Alice Barber Stephens’ oil en grisaille painting immortalizes the Kentucky
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Pirates Boarding Ship
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Evening Post" before he was age 20, Edmund Ward had a successful career as an illustrator of works that
Category
20th Century Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Colonial Soldiers at Valley Forge
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
illustrations for the "Saturday Evening Post" before he was age 20, Edmund Ward had a successful career as an
Category
20th Century Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Woman with Sheep
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
the "Saturday Evening Post" before he was age 20, Edmund Ward had a successful career as an
Category
1920s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
'Eagle', a celebrated stallion, in a landscape, a castle beyond
By James Ward
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
eye for detail and form, which would later characterize his paintings.
Ward transitioned to oil
Category
19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
A stallion before a fence, huntsman beyond
By James Ward
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
' (lower left)
Oil on panel
Painting Size 14 x 18 in
Framed Size 23 x 27 in
Provenance
with The Fine Art
Category
19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Arran skyline, Sannox, Isle of Arran, with snipes
Located in London, GB
, showcasing Ward's mastery in depicting wildlife and natural landscapes.
The painting portrays a group of
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Clean Up Time" East Texas Folk Art
By Velox Ward
Located in San Antonio, TX
1901)
Texas Artist
Size: 8 x 10
Frame: 10 x 12
Medium: Oil
"Clean Up Time"
Velox Ward, Sr. was a self
Category
1960s Folk Art Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rocky Mountain
Located in Austin, TX
Title: "Rocky Mountain"
Artist: Don Ward
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Size: 24" x 36"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Satyrs
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board
Signature: Unsigned
Edmund F. Ward estate stamp on verso
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Muhammed Ali
By Edmund Ward
Located in New York, NY
Purchased from Ward Estate after his passing in 1990. Part of a private collection since mid 1990's
Category
1970s Tonalist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Medieval Fight Scene, 1926
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Medieval Fight Scene by Edmund Franklin Ward
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Detente
By Edmund Ward
Located in New York, NY
Purchased from Ward Estate after his passing in 1990. Part of a private collection since mid 1990's
Category
Early 20th Century Tonalist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Boys Dancing
By Edmund Ward
Located in New York, NY
Purchased from Ward Estate after his passing in 1990. Part of a private collection since mid 1990's
Category
Early 20th Century Tonalist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Caught in the Act
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Unsigned, stamped "The estate of/ EDMUND F. WARD" on the stretcher
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Untitled
By Edmund Ward
Located in New York, NY
Purchased from Ward Estate after his passing in 1990. Part of a private collection since mid 1990's
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original Magazine Story Illustration
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Date: 1935
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 23.00" x 33.50"
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Category
1930s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
In Evening Bells, Front Book Cover
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
His Only Pet
Located in New York, NY
). Indeed, Ward specialized in genre scenes, mostly of children and Native Americans, both in oil and
Category
Late 19th Century American Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Eyes of Love: Bachelor Party, Pictorial Review, October 1921
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Sight Size 34.50" x 28.00;" Framed 39.50" x 32.50
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
In Evening Bells, Back Book Cover
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Date: 1923
Medium: Oil on Board
Dimensions 24.50" x 25.50"
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Ruckus, Story Illustration
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Date: 1940s
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 20.00" x 34.00"
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Category
1940s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Hudson River Sidewheel Steamer J.M.A.
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
along the Hudson during this period. Samuel Ward Stanton, like James Bard before him, was known as a
Category
1890s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"I can't take the money for it" Red Book illustration
By Edmund Ward
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Story illustration for “The Immediate Jewel” by Ben Ames Williams for The Red Book Magazine, published January 1921, page 72.
The full caption reads: “No, no, I can’t. You mustn’t. ...
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
The Sitting Room at Castle Ward Co Down. Northern Ireland
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
Living room in an Irish castle in the neo-Gothic style with a soaring ceiling as if striving to heaven. The interior itself is flooded with cold light penetrating from the windows.
E...
Category
Early 2000s Realist Interior Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
H 24.69 in W 19.89 in D 0.79 in
Two Borzois by a lake in a landscape, with a country house beyond
Located in London, GB
house beyond
signed ‘B. Ward Turner/ BRSA.’ (lower right)
oil on canvasboard
20 x 24 in. (50.8 x 61 cm
Category
1970s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Pillar Point Fishing Dock, Half Moon Bay - Mid Century Landscape
By William Winthrop Ward
Located in Soquel, CA
Leighton.
In 1940 Ward moved down the peninsula to Mountain View to work for NASA. Working in oil
Category
1940s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
H 23.25 in W 27.25 in D 0.75 in
Mid Century Abstract Expressionist Clown Diva
By Jerry W Ward
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderfully vivid mid century abstract expressionist painting by San Francisco artist Jerry W Ward
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
'Big Surf, Point Lobos' California Impressionism, Carmel Art Association, Taos
By Edward Norton Ward
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower right, 'Edward Norton Ward' (American, born 1928) and painted circa 1960; additionally
Category
1960s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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There is a broad range of ward oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Impressionist, Abstract and Pop Art styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Ward oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes brown, black, gray, blue and more. Edmund Ward, Andrew Neil Ward, Robert Ward van Boskerck, Edward Norton Ward and James Ward took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
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Ward oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,685, while the lowest priced sells for $391 and the highest can go for as much as $35,000.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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